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Dorset Hotel

3.0 star property

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Garden
Lobby sitting area
Lounge
Premier Double Room, 1 Bedroom
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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31 Dover Street, Ryde, England, PO33 2BW
  • Place, Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Ryde Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ryde Pier Head Terminal
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains, WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains, WiFi

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom (Not in room, shared with other rooms)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains, WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Not in room, shared with other rooms)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains, WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Not in room, shared with other rooms)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premier Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Premier Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Ryde

At Dorset Hotel, you'll be 7.8 km (4.8 mi) from Brading Roman Villa and 9.5 km (5.9 mi) from Isle of Wight Zoo. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free wired Internet and LCD TVs. .At the guest house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Ryde guest house include Carisbrooke Castle and Osborne House.
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What's nearby

  • Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ryde Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ryde Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ryde Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ryde Pier Head Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Ryde Hoverport - 6 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪S. Fowler & Co. (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Castle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Solent Inn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dorset Hotel

Dorset Hotel offers its guests a garden, a picnic area, and a television in common area. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Ryde guest house is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1842
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Dorset Hotel offers 23 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Ryde guest house provides complimentary wired Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 0.01 per stay); free wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1842
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 December and 30 December.
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: GBP 0.01 per stay (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Dorset Hotel Ryde
Dorset Ryde
Dorset Hotel Ryde
Dorset Hotel Guesthouse
Dorset Hotel Guesthouse Ryde

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dorset Hotel?

Dorset Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Dorset Hotel?

Yep, Dorset Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Dorset Hotel?

Yep, Dorset Hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Ryde Beach.

Does Dorset Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dorset Hotel?

No, Dorset Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dorset Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dorset Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Dorset Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 325 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Malcolm

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious off-street parking behind the hotel. A warm welcome and efficient staff. Clean, neat room and ensuite. Lots of hot water, soft towels. Comfortable bed. Nicely cooked breakfast with excellent eggs, bacon and toast, coffee and juice (other options available). Staff deserve a special commendation - there was an unexpected power cut in that part of town in the morning, but they managed to serve an excellent hot breakfast with no fuss or delays. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness
The bathroom was a very tight fit with a tiny basin. Shower not working easily. A good mattress Good cooked breakfast but had impression that we should continue our conversation with our friends upstairs! Staff could have engaged a little more in conversation
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Limited choice of food .Crockery was not clean.Staff uncommunicative.Parking at the rear of the property was difficult because of parked cars there was literally inches either side of our car and the brick wall. Will not return and will not recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Fiona

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Reception not welcoming looked miserable or helpful eg showing me where things were etc.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Huw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A no nonsense , good value for money accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent. Free parking was a big plus. Easy walking distance to shops and Esplanade. Hotel was very clean but dated. Extremely low shower pressure in our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and very efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, except the lack of pillows . The food was gorgeous, the rooms were lovely, granted the shower wasnt the best, it worked so ot was all i could ask for really (:
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Room clean but shabby. Could do with new quilts and covers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jasmin, Berkeley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We liked everything about this hotel except for the water pressure in the shower. The water came out extremely weak. It was frustrating to shower because you could barely get wet to wash. Had it not been such a hot, sweaty day, I would have skipped the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Was a very nice stay staff friendly and room was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mervyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The TV was very small and poor quality and the shower head needs changing in Room 19. The breakfast was good and the location was convenient for public transport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
The Dorset was ideal for my stay. Comfortable bed and room, good breakfast options and quality, lounge area with tv and bar. Parking at the hotel an added bonus. Have stayed here before.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful breakfasts and a great location.

My room was comfortable though basic and the hotel is in a great location for Ryde just being minutes walk from the hovercraft and the town centre. The staff were really noce and friendly and the breakfasts were amazing! If I come to Ryde again, I would definitely stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ANTHONY RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy for Ryde, the staff were helpful and friendly, very good breakfast and the room was clean.I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We found the property comfortable and felt well looked after. The room was fairly small and a little tired in places, but was good value for money and convenient for sea front, shops, trains and buses. The weather was hot and we needed windows open, and the layout of the premises was such that windows of adjacent rooms were very close to ours - the residents of one room near ours seemed to think it OK to watch TV very late at night. A bit annoying but liveable with. The marmalade was very good, and we bought some to take home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Needs work

Staff helpful. Shabby needs a lot of work. Good location. Shower drain blocked.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a first floor room on the side of the house, and being on a hillside there was a good view over the rooftops to the sea. The room and bathroom were clean and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was served from 07.30 and as I needed to leave just after 8 o clock I was very pleased that the service was very prompt. To sum up a hotel I could recommend to friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025